The cheapest and fastest coaches from Watford to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Watford to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to Sheffield will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £78.
Of the 1 buses that leave Watford for Sheffield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Watford to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Watford to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £118 Average Price |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watford to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Sheffield coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:35 Watford | 6h02 | 10:37 Sheffield | 3 changes | |
![]() | 07:54 Watford | 5h39 | 13:33 Sheffield | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:46 Watford | 5h11 | 13:57 Sheffield | 3 changes | |
![]() | 09:46 Watford | 6h16 | 16:02 Sheffield | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:46 Watford | 5h37 | 18:23 Sheffield | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Watford to Sheffield
Buses from Watford to Sheffield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £30 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 205 km distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 205 km |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 11m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK from Watford to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Watford to Sheffield with FlixBus, Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Arriva Herts and Essex
Arriva UK
FAQs: Watford to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to Sheffield by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Watford and Sheffield
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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